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The food lovers’ paradise everyone has been waiting for will officially open at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25.

Jungle Jim Bonaminio and his customer service staff are putting the final touches on the 225,000 square foot store, which will offer tens of thousands of unique food items, many of them international. From cheeses to sausages to beers and wines; from imported Japanese, Italian and German food products, to spices from the far corners of the world and a dream of a bakery – you will find anything you have ever dreamed of.

Jungle Jim has many surprises in “store” for everyone. In typical fashion, he has made this new store not only a foodies’ destination, but a very fun place to be! Make this a family event!

Jungle Jim’s International Market at Eastgate is located on Eastgate South, in the old biggs mall.